In an all-new story posted to KBB Green, the kbb.com editors list a variety of fuel-efficient vehicles they feel are worthy of buyers’ consideration. The coverage includes detailed EPA-estimated fuel economy numbers and editorial commentary on why each particular model made this year’s list.
The year’s arrivals include an all-new Toyota Prius that is even more fuel-efficient than its predecessor, a new Prius alternative in the Honda Insight, and a range of new 50-state clean-diesel cars, among others. Just as buyers would, the editors considered characteristics like comfort, performance, utility and technology – not just fuel economy and price – in picking the winners.
"Despite the decline in auto sales and the stabilization of gas prices in recent months, we still think many new-car shoppers are interested in buying vehicles that are more fuel-efficient and better for the environment," said Jack Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book and kbb.com. "More than ever, we’re seeing a variety of environmentally friendly vehicles for the 2009 and 2010 model-years that offer intriguing technology. No matter what you or your family’s vehicle needs may be, we’re confident there is a ‘Green’ option available to suit your preferences and lifestyle."
Kbb.com’s 2009 Top 10 Green Cars
(In order of combined EPA-estimated fuel economy)
Vehicle City Highway Combined
2010 Toyota Prius 51 48 50
2010 Honda Insight 40 43 41
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid 41 36 39
2009 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI 30 41 34
2009 Mini Cooper 28 37 32
2009 Ford Escape Hybrid 34 31 32
2009 Honda Fit 28 34 31
2009 BMW 335d 23 36 27
2009 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 27 25 26
2009 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid 21 22 20
For more information visit www.kbb.com/greencars09. (Tire Review/Akron)
